USA EV Comparison: Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 vs Kia Niro EV Standard Range

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General Info

Both vehicles have been discontinued and were never available for sale in the United States.

The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 (2016-2019) is a Hatchback, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is a SUV.

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Years of Production 2016-2019 2019-2022
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture France South Korea
Body Style Hatchback SUV
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 5.2 5.2

Range and Efficiency

The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 (2016-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022).

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 180 mi
Range (GCC) 173 mi 153 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 44.1 kWh 42 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 41 kWh 39.2 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 23.7 kWh/100 mi 25.6 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 4.22 mi/kWh 3.9 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.4 5.8

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 (2016-2019) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) can charge at up to 44 kW.

The Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 (2016-2019) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 43 kW, whereas the Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is limited to 7.2 kW.

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 43 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) - Max Charging Power (DC) 44 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Type 2 (Mennekes) CCS Type 2
Charging Score 6.2 4

Performance

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Drive Type FWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 65 kW 100 kW
Motor Power (hp) 87 hp 134 hp
Motor Torque 162 lb-ft 291 lb-ft
0-60 mph 12.7 s 9.5 s
Top Speed 84 mph 96 mph
Performance Score 1.7 3

Dimensions

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 (2016-2019).

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Length 160.8 in 172.2 in
Width (with Mirrors) 76.6 in - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 68.1 in 71.1 in
Height 61.5 in 61.4 in
Wheelbase 101.9 in 106.3 in

Cargo and Towing

The Kia Niro EV Standard Range (2019-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Renault Zoe Z.E. 40 Q90 Kia Niro EV Standard Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 3263 lb 3629 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 11.9 ft3 18.5 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 43.3 ft3 53 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 4.2 5.5
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